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Trip Overview

The average train between Lincoln and Exeter takes 5h 47m and the fastest train takes 4h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Lincoln to Exeter. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 47m
Duration
255 mi
Distance
£137
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Lincoln to Exeter train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Lincoln and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 8:17 PM which arrives into Exeter at 9:45 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 19m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 28m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 37m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 27m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 7m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 2m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 27m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 7m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 2m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 27m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 7m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 2m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 27m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 7m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 2m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 27m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 7m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 2m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 30m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country4h 54m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 9m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysCross Country5h 2m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lincoln to Exeter? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Lincoln to Exeter.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 255 mi
  • Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Lincoln, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Exeter St Davids via Derby in around 5h 40m.

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